If you're currently an Android beta tester and you want to update to Android 16 QPR2 without a data wipe, now is the time.

Google has released Android 15 Beta 4.2 and says Android 15 QPR1 Beta 1 is right around the corner. If you unenroll from the Beta Program before QPR1 Beta 1 is released, you’ll automatically get the ...

Dallas was working on cars at a Honda dealership rocking a MyTouch 4G when Artem and the gang started Android Police. It was this very website that got him into Android in the first place — he'd sneak ...

So, your trusty smartphone has seen better days, and you've come to the realization that it's time for a new one. Maybe it's dead, or perhaps it's beyond repair. Either way, you want to make sure all ...

Avast released a study (so, it may be biased) that Android phones that have been "factory reset" may not wipe all the data. They don't give any specifics beyond "We purchased a variety of Android ...

Switching phones this weekend? Don't wipe your old device yet. Avoid these 3 common Google Photos mistakes to prevent ...

When selling, trading, or gifting your phone, safeguarding your personal information is crucial. A simple factory reset or manually deleting files may not fully protect your data, as remnants can ...

SEATTLE — Our digital devices are doomed to die or become obsolete. As we've reported, electronics contain a terrible mix of toxic chemicals and materials, so you should dispose of them properly. But ...

Selling your old tech can put cash in your pocket, but don’t forget your devices store sensitive data that you don’t want a stranger to access. Your smart speaker, for example, knows your location and ...